RN – TOSH OR

University of Arkansas System

. Provide direct patient care throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and immediate postoperative phases .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct patient care in the surgical setting, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. Proficient in maintaining sterile techniques, collaborating with surgical teams, and adhering to safety standards while advocating for patient care.

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Registered Nursing LicenseOperating Room ExperienceScrubbing ExperienceBLS CertificationACLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentSurgical Care PlanningIntraoperative DocumentationMedication AdministrationInfection Prevention ProtocolsQuality Improvement InitiativesSurgical Instrument ManagementPatient EducationSterile TechniqueOrthopaedic Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Work EthicAccountabilityCollaborationAdvocacy

Tools & Technologies

EPIC

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationACLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Preoperative CareIntraoperative CarePostoperative CarePatient SafetySurgical Team CollaborationLegal and Regulatory RequirementsClinical EducationPatient AdvocacyOperating Room EnvironmentSurgical Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct patient care throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and immediate postoperative phases
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for surgical patients
Maintain a safe and sterile operating-room environment
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and perioperative team members
Conduct patient assessments and verifications and confirm the surgical site
Prepare the operating room and maintain sterile technique
Monitor patient condition throughout surgery and respond to changes in patient status
Advocate for patients and uphold safety standards
Communicate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team
Provide education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care
Document intraoperative care and manage surgical instruments and equipment
Follow infection prevention protocols and facilitate transitions to recovery staff
Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Collect and document assessment data
Develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care
Administer medications and provide drug information
Delegate care according to UAMS standards and legal and regulatory requirements
Support clinical education and serve as a resource for student nurses and staff
May perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
Valid RN License
Minimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience
BLS (or obtain within 30 days of hire)
Ability to follow oral instruction, read and write
Basic computer skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethics and accountability
ACLS certification preferred
1-year Operating Room experience preferred in Orthopaedics
Scrubbing experience
Orthpaedic experience a plus
EPIC
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Required pre-employment screening: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy